Ancistrus are the most popular plecos in the hobby - compact, hardy and excellent algae eaters. Browse our guides below.
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Bristlenose Pleco
Ancistrus cirrhosus
Peaceful · Beginner
L519 Rio Itenez Honeycomb Bristlenose
Ancistrus sp. Kiefner 2
Peaceful · Intermediate
Wabenmuster Honeycomb Bristlenose
Ancistrus sp. "Wabenmuster"
Peaceful · Intermediate
LDA008 Gold Marble Bristlenose
Ancistrus claro
Peaceful · Intermediate
L267 Four-Striped Ancistrus
Ancistrus sp. Pozuzo
Peaceful · Intermediate